Sponge Anglerfish
Echinophryne reynoldsi
- Group: Other
- Typical depth: 0–20 m
- Max size: 8 cm
- For divers: safe
A sponge anglerfish that sits disguised among sponges on inshore reefs, this tiny species grows to about eight centimetres. Like other anglerfish it dangles a built in lure to draw small prey within reach of its sudden gulp.
Taxonomy: Animalia › Chordata › Teleostei › Lophiiformes › Histiophrynidae › Echinophryne
Species data via the World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS), AphiaID 280586.
FAQ
- How deep does the Sponge Anglerfish live?
- The Sponge Anglerfish (Echinophryne reynoldsi) is typically found at 0–20 m.
- Is the Sponge Anglerfish dangerous to divers?
- The Sponge Anglerfish is harmless to divers.
- How big does the Sponge Anglerfish get?
- The Sponge Anglerfish grows to about 8 cm.